Nikon Coolpix S5 User manual

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The Nikon Guide to Digital Photography
with the
DIGITAL CAMERA
Trademark Information
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Association. Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc. ImageLink and the Im-
ageLink print system logo are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company. Pictmotion is powered by muvee
Technologies. PictBridge is a trademark. D-Lighting technology is provided by Apical Limited. Face-
priority AF technology is provided by Identix®. All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the
other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.
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Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to fi nd the information you need,
the following symbols and conventions are used:
This icon marks tips, additional information
that may be helpful when using the cam-
era.
This icon marks cautions, information that
should be read before use to prevent dam-
age to the camera.
This icon marks notes, information that
should be read before using the camera.
This icon indicates that more information is
available elsewhere in this manual or in the
Quick Start Guide.
Memory Cards
Pictures taken with this camera can be stored in the
cameras internal memory or on removable memory
cards. If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures
will be stored on the memory card and delete, play-
back, and format operations will apply only to the
pictures on the memory card. The memory card
must be removed before the internal memory can
be formatted or used to store, delete, or view pic-
tures.
Introduction
Scene and Scene Assist
Modes
Basic Photography and
Playback
Connecting to Televisions,
Computers, and Printers
First Steps
Viewing Pictures on the
Camera
Menu Guide
Movies
Voice Recordings
Technical Notes
Camera Operations
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To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read
the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment. Keep
these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in
this section are indicated by the following symbol:
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon
product to prevent possible injury.
WARNINGS
Turn off in the event of malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an unusual
smell coming from the camera or AC adapt-
er, unplug the AC adapter and remove the
battery immediately, taking care to avoid
burns. Continued operation could result
in injury. After removing or disconnecting
the power source, take the equipment to
a Nikon-authorized service representative
for inspection.
Do not disassemble
Touching the internal parts of the camera
or AC adapter could result in injury. Re-
pairs should be performed only by quali-
ed technicians. Should the camera or
AC adapter break open as the result of a
fall or other accident, take the product to
a Nikon-authorized service representative
for inspection after unplugging the prod-
uct and / or removing the battery.
Do not use the camera or AC adapter in the pres-
ence of fl ammable gas
Do not use electronic equipment in the
presence of fl ammable gas, as this could
result in explosion or fi re.
Handle the camera strap with care
Never place the strap around the neck of
an infant or child.
Keep out of reach of children
Particular care should be taken to prevent
infants from putting the batteries or other
small parts into their mouths.
Observe caution when handling batteries
Batteries may leak or explode if improperly
handled. Observe the following precau-
tions when handling batteries for use in
this product:
Before replacing the battery, turn the prod-
uct off . If you are using the AC adapter, be
sure it is unplugged.
Use only rechargeable Nikon EN-EL8 lith-
ium-ion batteries (supplied). Charge the
battery either by inserting it in the camera
and connecting the supplied AC adapter,
or by inserting it in a MH-62 battery charger
(available separately).
When inserting the battery, do not attempt
to insert it upside down or backwards.
Do not short or disassemble batteries.
• Do not expose batteries to fl ame or to ex-
cessive heat.
Do not immerse in or expose to water.
• Replace the terminal cover when trans-
porting the battery. Do not transport or
store with metal objects such as necklaces
or hairpins.
Batteries are prone to leakage when fully
discharged. To avoid damage to the prod-
uct, be sure to remove the battery when no
charge remains.
Discontinue use immediately should you
notice any change in the battery, such as
discoloration or deformation.
• If liquid from damaged batteries comes in
contact with clothing or skin, rinse immedi-
ately with plenty of water.
For Your Safety
iii
Observe the following precautions when handling
the AC adapter
• Use only adapters designated for use with
this product.
Keep dry. Failure to observe this precau-
tion could result in fi re or electric shock.
Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug
should be removed with a dry cloth. Con-
tinued use could result in fi re.
Do not handle the power cable or go near
the adapter during thunderstorms. Failure
to observe this precaution could result in
electric shock.
Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or
bend the power cable, place it under
heavy objects, or expose it to heat or fl ame.
Should the insulation be damaged and the
wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon-
authorized service representative for in-
spection. Failure to observe these precau-
tions could result in fi re or electric shock.
• Do not handle the plug or battery charger
with wet hands. Failure to observe this pre-
caution could result in electric shock.
Use appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the input and
output jacks, use only the cables provided
or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to main-
tain compliance with product regulations.
Handle moving parts with care
Be careful that your fi ngers or other objects
are not pinched by the lens cover or other
moving parts.
CD-ROMs
The CD-ROMs supplied with this device
should not be played back on audio CD
equipment. Playing CD-ROMs on an audio
CD player could cause hearing loss or dam-
age the equipment.
Observe caution when operating the ash
Using the fl ash close to your subjects eyes
could cause temporary visual impairment.
Particular care should be observed if pho-
tographing infants, when the fl ash should
be no less than one meter (39 in.) from the
subject.
Do not fi re the fl ash while it is touching a person
or object
Such use can result in the person being
burned, and / or their clothes igniting from
the heat of the fl ash.
Avoid contact with liquid crystal
Should the monitor break, care should be
taken to avoid injury due to broken glass
and to prevent liquid crystal from the mon-
itor touching the skin or entering the eyes
or mouth.
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Notice for Customers in Canada
CAUTION
This class B digital apparatus meets all require-
ments of the Canadian Interference Causing
Equipment Regulations.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte
toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le maté-
riel brouilleur du Canada.
Notice for Customers in the U.S.A.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital de-
vice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable pro-
tection against harmful interference in a resi-
dential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encour-
aged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equip-
ment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a cir-
cuit diff erent from that to which the receiver is
connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio /
television technician for help.
CAUTIONS
Modifi cations
The FCC requires the user to be notifi ed that any
changes or modifi cations made to this device
that are not expressly approved by Nikon Cor-
poration may void the user’s authority to oper-
ate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or provided by
Nikon for your equipment. Using other inter-
face cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part
15 of the FCC rules.
Notice for customers in the State of California
WARNING: Handling the cord on this product will
expose you to lead, a chemical known to the
State of California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York
11747-3064, U.S.A. Tel.: 631-547-4200
No part of the manuals included with this
product may be reproduced, transmitted, tran-
scribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translat-
ed into any language in any form, by any means,
without Nikon’s prior written permission.
Nikon reserves the right to change the speci-
cations of the hardware and software de-
scribed in these manuals at any time and with-
out prior notice.
Nikon will not be held liable for any damages
resulting from the use of this product.
While every eff ort has been made to ensure
that the information in these manuals is ac-
curate and complete, we would appreciate it
were you to bring any errors or omissions to
the attention of the Nikon representative in
your area (address provided separately).
COOLPIX S5
Notices
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Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced
Do not copy or reproduce paper money, coins,
securities, government bonds, or local govern-
ment bonds, even if such copies or reproduc-
tions are stamped “Sample.
The copying or reproduction of paper money,
coins, or securities which are circulated in a for-
eign country is prohibited.
Unless the prior permission of the government
has been obtained, the copying or reproduc-
tion of unused postage stamps or post cards
issued by the government is prohibited.
The copying or reproduction of stamps issued
by the government and of certifi ed docu-
ments stipulated by law is prohibited.
Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on cop-
ies or reproductions of securities issued by
private companies (shares, bills, checks, gift
certifi cates, etc.), commuter passes, or coupon
tickets, except when a minimum of necessary
copies are to be provided for business use by
a company. Also, do not copy or reproduce
passports issued by the government, licenses
issued by public agencies and private groups,
ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and meal
coupons.
Comply with copyright notices
The copying or reproduction of copyrighted
creative works such as books, music, paint-
ings, woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies,
and photographs is governed by national and
international copyright laws. Do not use this
product for the purpose of making illegal cop-
ies or to infringe copyright laws.
Symbol for Separate Collection in European Countries
This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.
The following apply only to users in European countries:
This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point.
Do not dispose of as household waste.
For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste
management.
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by
means of a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-
in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted fi les can sometimes
be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially re-
sulting in the malicious use of personal image data. Ensuring the privacy of such data is the users
responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data
using commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refi ll it with images
containing no private information (for example, pictures of empty sky). Be sure to also replace
any pictures selected for the welcome screen. Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to
property when physically destroying data storage devices.
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Table of Contents
For Your Safety .....................................................................................................................................................ii
Notices ...................................................................................................................................................................iv
Introduction 1
Parts of the Camera ............................................................................................................................................ 2
The Monitor .......................................................................................................................................................... 6
The COOL-STATION and AC Adapter ............................................................................................................8
First Steps 10
Inserting the Battery ........................................................................................................................................10
Charging the Battery .......................................................................................................................................11
Inserting Memory Cards .................................................................................................................................12
Camera Operations 14
Turning the Camera on and Off ...................................................................................................................14
Zoom .....................................................................................................................................................................15
Focus and Shutter Release ............................................................................................................................16
Using Menus .......................................................................................................................................................17
Basic Photography and Playback 18
Mode ...............................................................................................................................................................18
Viewing Pictures ................................................................................................................................................19
Using the Flash ..................................................................................................................................................20
Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer ............................................................................................................22
Macro Close-up Mode .....................................................................................................................................23
One-Touch Portrait Mode ..............................................................................................................................24
Scene and Scene Assist Modes 26
Scene Mode ........................................................................................................................................................26
Scene Assist Mode ............................................................................................................................................32
Movies 35
Recording Movies .............................................................................................................................................35
The Movie Menu ...............................................................................................................................................36
Movie Playback ..................................................................................................................................................37
Voice Recordings 38
Viewing Pictures on the Camera 41
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ....................................................................................................41
Deleting Pictures ......................................................................................................................................................................41
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ..........................................................................................................................42
Enhancing Contrast: D-Lighting .....................................................................................................................................43
Voice Memos: Recording and Playback ......................................................................................................................44
Viewing Pictures by Date .....................................................................................................................................................45
Pictmotion by muvee ............................................................................................................................................................48
Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers 52
Viewing Pictures on TV ...................................................................................................................................52
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Viewing Pictures on a Computer .................................................................................................................52
Printing Pictures ................................................................................................................................................55
Menu Guide 61
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu ....................................................................................................61
Image Mode ................................................................................................................................................................................61
White Balance .............................................................................................................................................................................62
Exp. +/– ...........................................................................................................................................................................................63
Continuous ...................................................................................................................................................................................63
Best Shot Selector (BSS) ........................................................................................................................................................65
Sensitivity ......................................................................................................................................................................................65
Color Options ..............................................................................................................................................................................66
AF Area Mode .............................................................................................................................................................................66
Playback Options: The Playback Menu .....................................................................................................67
Print Set ..........................................................................................................................................................................................67
Slide Show ....................................................................................................................................................................................68
Delete ..............................................................................................................................................................................................68
Protect .............................................................................................................................................................................................68
Transfer Marking .......................................................................................................................................................................68
Small Pic. ........................................................................................................................................................................................69
Copy .................................................................................................................................................................................................69
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu .......................................................................................................70
Menus ..............................................................................................................................................................................................70
Quick Startup ..............................................................................................................................................................................70
Welcome Screen .......................................................................................................................................................................71
Date ...................................................................................................................................................................................................71
Monitor Settings .......................................................................................................................................................................73
Date Imprint ................................................................................................................................................................................74
AF Assist .........................................................................................................................................................................................75
Sound Settings ...........................................................................................................................................................................75
Blur Warning ................................................................................................................................................................................75
Auto O ..........................................................................................................................................................................................75
Format Memory/ Format Card .........................................................................................................................................76
Language ......................................................................................................................................................................................76
Interface .........................................................................................................................................................................................76
Reset all ...........................................................................................................................................................................................76
Firmware Version ......................................................................................................................................................................76
Technical Notes 77
Optional Accessories .......................................................................................................................................77
Caring for the Camera .....................................................................................................................................78
Error Messages ...................................................................................................................................................80
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................83
Appendix .............................................................................................................................................................86
Specifi cations .....................................................................................................................................................91
Index ......................................................................................................................................................................94
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Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex elec-
tronic circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, bat-
teries, and AC adapters) certifi ed by Nikon specifi cally for use with this Nikon digital camera
are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of
this electronic circuitry.
THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon
dealer.
EN-EL8
rechargeable
battery
* Holographic seal: Identifi es this
device as an authentic Nikon
product.
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Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S5 digital camera. This manual
has been written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital camera.
Please be sure to read all instructions thoroughly to get the most from the cam era,
and keep them where they will be read by all those who use the product.
Before Taking Important Pictures
Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the cam-
era on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not
be held liable for damages or lost profi ts that may result from product malfunction.
Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing prod uct sup port and ed u -
ca tion, con tin u al ly-updated information is avail able on-line at the following sites:
• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/support
• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.com/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product in for ma tion, tips, an swers to fre-
quent ly-asked ques tions (FAQs), and gen er al advice on digital imaging and pho tog ra phy. Ad-
di tion al information may be available from the Nikon rep re sen ta tive in your area. See the URL
below for contact in for ma tion:
http://nikonimaging.com/
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Introduction
Parts of the Camera
Eyelet for
camera strap
Self-timer lamp (
22)
AF-assist illuminator (LED; 21)Built-in fl ash (
20)
Lens (
79)
Lens cover
closed
Lens cover
Power switch
( 14) Shutter-release
button ( 16)
Power-on lamp
( 14)
Speaker ( 37,
39, 44, 49, 51)
Microphone
( 35, 38, 44)
(One-touch portrait) button ( 24).
See also (D-lighting; 43)
Zoom control ( 15). See also:
(thumbnail playback): 41
(playback zoom): 42
(help): 17
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Introduction
Attach the strap as
shown at right.
Attaching the Camera Strap
(shooting/playback)
button ( 19, 41)
Battery-chamber/memory
card slot cover (
10, 12)
Indicator lamp (
11, 16,
36, 38, 64)
Flash lamp ( 20)
(delete) button
(
19, 41, 42)
Rotary multi selector
( 4, 17)
(mode) button ( 5, 17)
(menu) button
( 17, 61, 67, 70)Monitor ( 6–7, 78, 79)
Battery chamber ( 10)
Memory card slot (
12)
Tripod socket
Multi connector (
8, 52, 53, 56, 60)
Battery latch (
10)
(center) button ( 4, 17)
(transfer) button ( 53)
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Introduction
The rotary multi selector is used to navigate the camera menus. Rotate in either direction
to highlight items and press the center ( ) to select. To cancel and return to the previous
menu, press the rotary multi selector to the left.
The Rotary Multi Selector
Rotate: highlight Press center ( ): select Press left: cancel
Items can also be highlighted by pressing the rotary multi selector up, down, left, or
right.
For help on the current menu or menu item, press the zoom control to T (
; 17).
Menu Help
Press up or down Press right
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Introduction
Pressing the button during shooting or playback displays a mode-selection menu
( 17).
The (Mode) Button
Shooting Modes
Scene ( 26)
Voice recording ( 38)
Movie ( 35)
Scene assist (
32)
Auto (
18)
Playback Modes
Pictmotion (
48)
List by date (
46)
Voice playback (
39)
Calendar (
45)
Playback ( 41)
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Introduction
The Monitor
The following indicators may appear in the monitor during shooting and playback
(actual display varies with current camera settings):
Shooting
Playback
0h00m00s
0h00m00s
9999
9999
9999
0h00m00s
1
24
9
3
10
20
5
8
7
12
13
18
19
11
14
6
15
17
22
23
21
16
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01.01.2006
01.01.2006
00:00
00:00
00:00
100NIKON
100NIKON
100NIKON
9999.JPG
9999.JPG
9999.JPG
9999
9999
/
9999
9999
9999
/
9999
4
1
2
3
5
6
7
9
10
11
12
13
18
17
16
15
14
Start
Start
Start
0h00m00s
0h00m00s
0h00m00s
8
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1 Shooting mode ..............................5, 18, 26, 35
2 Exposure lock .......................................................29
3 Macro close-up mode ............................23, 28
4 Zoom indicator ............................................15, 23
5 Focus indicator ....................................................16
6 Flash mode ............................................................20
7 Camera shake icon ............................................21
8 Internal memory / memor y card
indicator ...................................................................14
9 Battery level indicator .....................................14
10 Sensitivit y ........................................................ 21, 65
11 Self-timer indicator/count down .............22
12 “Date not set indicator ..................................80
13 Time zone indicator ..........................................71
14 Date imprint / date counter .......................... 74
15 Number of exposures
remaining .......................................................14, 88
Movie length ................................................35, 88
16 Focus areas .....................................................16, 66
17 Image mode .........................................................61
18 Exposure compensation ...............25, 31, 63
19 Electronic VR indicator ....................................37
20 Color option ..........................................................66
21 White balance ......................................................62
22 Best Shot Selector (BSS) .................................65
23 Continuous shooting mode .......................63
1 Current folder
*
......................................................89
2 File number and type
*
.....................................89
3 Internal memory / memor y card
indicator ...................................................................14
4 Battery level indicator .....................................14
5 Volume indicator ................................37, 39, 44
6 Voice memo recording guide ....................44
7 Voice memo playback guide ......................44
8 Current frame number /
total number of frames
Movie length ........................................................37
9 D-Lighting icon ...................................................43
10 Movie playback indicator ..............................37
11 Image mode .........................................................61
12 Movie indicator ...................................................37
13 Small picture indicator ...................................69
14 Protect icon ...........................................................68
15 Print icon .................................................................59
16 Transfer icon ..........................................53, 68, 76
17 Time of recording
*
.............................................71
18 Date of recording
*
..............................................71
* Display diff ers in calendar and list-by-date modes (
47).
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Introduction
The COOL-STATION and AC Adapter
The COOL-STATION
The supplied MV-14 COOL-STATION can be used to:
Audio / video connector
(A / V out; 52)
DC-IN connector
(
9)
USB connector
( 53, 56)
Camera connector
Charge the camera battery ( 11)
View pictures on a television ( 52)
Copy pictures to a computer ( 52)
Print pictures via direct USB connec-
tion ( 55)
Placing the Camera in the COOL-STATION Removing the Camera
The multi connector
should be fully inserted
in the COOL-STATION
camera connector as
shown.
Remove the camera
as shown.
9
Introduction
The AC Adapter
The supplied EH-64 AC adapter can charge the battery in the camera ( 11) or
power the camera for playback, data transfer, or printing (do not use any other
make or model of AC adapter; failure to observe this precaution could result in fi re
or product malfunction). Connect the power cord (
) and plug the adapter into
the COOL-STATION or camera (
), making sure the plugs are in the correct orienta-
tion. Plug the adapter in (
) and check that the power lamp is lit (
).
COOL-STATION
Camera
10
First Steps
First Steps
Inserting the Battery
The camera uses a rechargeable EN-EL8 Li-ion battery (supplied).
1
Turn the camera off
If the power-on lamp is lit, press the power switch
to turn the camera off .
2
Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover
3
Insert the battery
The orange battery latch is pushed aside as the
battery is inserted. The battery is fully inserted
when the latch clicks back into place.
Inserting the Battery
Inserting the battery upside down or backwards could
damage the camera. Check to be sure the battery is in
the correct orientation.
4
Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover
Batteries
Read and follow the warnings and cautions on pages ii–iii and 79 of this manual.
Removing the Battery
Turn the camera off before removing or inserting batteries. To
eject the battery, open the battery-chamber/memory card
slot cover and slide the battery latch in the direction shown.
The battery can then be removed by hand. Note that the bat-
tery may become hot during use; observe due caution when
removing the battery.
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